2713 Culver Road

Mountain Brook, AL 35233

205.639.1446

Photographer Gary Tramontina had often considered opening a restaurant featuring the flavors
and spirit of his Italian family. Great food, good wine, and always room for another friend at the
table. To make it a reality, Gary brought together a team that includes journalist Bob Blalock,
whose home kitchen was known for its remarkable culinary creations, and his son Derek Blalock,
with his five years experience working in the kitchen of a local pizzeria. Restaurateur George
Sarris, whose Southside Fish Market is known for its quality food and down-home feel, joined
the effort, as did chef Franklin Biggs, who pulled on the original vision and his own extensive
experience to deliver the combination of artistry and hospitality that is Pianeta 3.
Welcome and enjoy!
STARTERS
George’s Antipasto Pianeta
(3 person minimum)
Marinated vegetables, relishes, meats and sometimes fish! A platter to be shared. 15
*Each additional person 5
Bruschetta
Served with our own crostini – Your choice:
• Fresh tomato, fresh basil, roasted garlic, pine nuts, basil pesto and olive oil  7
• Olives, roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, capers, cheese and olive oil 7
• Blue cheese, cream cheese, sauteed onions, seasoned pecans and balsamic vinaigrette 7
• Combination bruschetta – a taste of all three selections 15

SALADS
Salad Pianeta
Romaine hearts with roasted red peppers, grape tomatoes, crostini, Asiago cheese, and sun-dried tomato vinaigrette 7
Salad Portabella
Romaine hearts with Portabella and button mushrooms, Roma tomatoes, sautéed onions, goat cheese and sherry vinaigrette 8
Simple Green Salad
Romaine hearts with one of our dressings 5

PASTAS
Farfalle Pianeta
with chicken, lemon, garlic, tomatoes, rosemary and Parmigiano-Reggiano 12.5
Linguine Puttanesca
with anchovies, onions, roasted garlic, pancetta, grape tomatoes, basil and Asiago cheese 11.5
Penne alla Griega
with slow-roasted lamb, Kalamata olives, onions, roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomato pesto and Asiago cheese 14
Lasagna Tramontina
A classic from Gary’s family
Pasta sheets with beef, veal and pork, tomato sauce, mozzarella and ricotta cheeses 13
Vegetarian Lasagna
Pasta sheets with roasted vegetables, tomato sauce, mozzarella and ricotta cheeses 13
Manicotti Verde
Pasta sheets stuffed with creamed spinach, three cheeses, cream and tomato sauce 12
Simple Spaghetti
Your favorite pasta with roasted garlic, crushed red pepper, San Marzano tomatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano and olive oil 10
(Also available with our special tomato sauce)
PIZZA Hand-crafted using high-quality ingredients, house-made dough
and sauces and fresh herbs. Your choice of regular or whole-wheat crust.

OLD WORLD – classically thin and crisp, artisan size, elegantly simple
Margherita
San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil 14
Cara Mia
Goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh thyme 14
Frisanco
Roasted red peppers, grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella and garlic, with extra-virgin olive oil 15
Zio
Grilled gulf shrimp, asparagus and fresh garlic 16
Quattro Formaggio
Mozzarella, Parmigiano-Reggiano, ricotta and Fontina 14

NEW WORLD
The Sarris Special
Smoked salmon, creme fraiche, capers, red onion and goat cheese, topped with fresh dill 16/23
Derek’s Favorite
Asparagus, prosciutto, caramelized shallot, goat cheese, Parmigiano-Reggiano and mozzarella topped with fresh thyme 16/23
The Decatur
Grilled chicken with white barbecue sauce, sautéed red onions, peppered bacon, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano
topped with fresh thyme 15/22
The Veggie
Pesto, sautéed red onions, roasted red peppers, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, feta, mozzarella and
Parmigiano-Reggiano topped with fresh basil 15/22
Bob’s BLT
Applewood-smoked bacon, tomatoes, pesto, goat cheese and Parmigiano-Reggiano topped with fresh arugula
tossed in a light vinaigrette 17/21
Low Country
Shrimp, applewood-smoked bacon, cremini mushrooms, spicy tomato sauce, mozzarella, white cheddar and
Parmigiano-Reggiano, topped with freshly grated nutmeg and green onions 17/21

BUILD YOUR OWN

Artisanal Crust Basic Cheese Pizza
Up to four toppings 16 Your canvas…you be the artist 11/15
*Additional regular toppings 1.5/2
*Specialty toppings 2/2.5

CHEESES SAUCES REGULAR TOPPINGS SPECIALTY TOPPINGS

Mozzarella Tomato Pepperoni Grilled chicken Prosciutto
Goat Roasted red pepper Red onions Bacon Pancetta
Fontina Pesto White onions Italian sausage Sun-dried tomatoes
Feta Cremini mushrooms Spinach Artichoke hearts
Parmigiano-Reggiano Red bell peppers Asparagus
Monterrey Jack Poblano peppers Poblano Pepper
Kalamata olives Roated red pepper
CALZONES Served with tomato, red pepper or pesto sauce

Chicken & Chorizo

Ricotta, roasted red peppers, chorizo, grilled chicken, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano 11
The Veggie
Spinach, eggplant, roasted red peppers, sautéed onions, Feta, mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano 11
Build Your Own
Your way with up to four ingredients 11

MAIN COURSES
Grilled Italian Sausages
with white beans, green beans, sun-dried tomatoes and pesto 13
Roasted Pork Tenderloin
with mushroom risotto, fresh thyme and Marsala sauce 16
Sautéed Fish of the Day
with spinach, capers, grape tomatoes, Yukon Gold potatoes Mkt
Lemon-Garlic Chicken
Thighs sautéed in lemon, garlic and rosemary with Yukon Gold potatoes 15

SWEETS
Nutella Pizza
Nutella, semi-sweet chocolate and toasted hazelnuts 7.5
Fruit Pizza
Fruit of the season with mascarpone cheese, wrapped in our pizza dough and drizzled with caramel sauce 7.5
Cannoli Our Way
Pecan lace tuile cookie filled with mascarpone cheese and topped with a fruit sauce 7.5
Franklin’s Addiction Cake
Chocolate cake, ganache, coffee cream cheese, whipped cream and Oreos 7